Cultivate and execute the game presentation philosophy for all Buffalo Sabres home games and fan events Produce a cohesive presentation of all Buffalo Sabres home games that presents all aspects of the hockey game to fans through the utilization of all audio/visual technology while seamlessly integrating entertainment and sponsored elements on the HD video boardCollaborate with Creative Services, Business Development, Marketing, Public Relations, Community Relations & Broadcast departments to conceptualize features and promotional elements for use during all Buffalo Sabres home gamesDevelop and oversee corporate partnership inventory while working with business development to maintain clients' needs to activate their brands while maintaining our own brand integrity Plan and execute fan engagement strategies in efforts to create an exciting atmosphere upon entering KeyBank CenterProduce the Run of Show and timing sheet for all Buffalo Sabres games, Buffalo Bandits games and special eventsCollaborate with Creative Services on graphic themes for elements to be implemented on the HD video board, LED ribbonboards, ice/banner projection, etc.Plan and communicate all player/team ceremonies including but not limited to: Hall of Fame Induction, Milestones, Retirement, etc. - collaborate with all necessary departments and submit to the NHL for approvalHiring, scheduling & payroll management of all game night staff (approximately 30 part-time employees)Management of the department budget, includes technology, maintenance, upgrades/investments, payroll changes, new hires and placeholders for premiums & all special events

Execute in-game promotional activities on and off the ice through the use of public address announcements, video board & LED ribbonboard graphics and video featuresCollaborate with creative services to ensure that all videoboard/LED ribbonboard graphics needs are completed and loaded for game nightCommunicate with all departments to ensure that any marketing, community relations, public relations and sales/sponsorship initiatives to be communicated in-arena are properly executedCollaborate with the operations department to execute pre-game handouts, musical performances and sponsorship tabling needsOversee the hiring and management of game-night staff including promotions team, mascot, PA announcer, audio/lighting engineers, Venus LED board operators, DJ, organist, interns, etc.Manage booking for all in-arena entertainment including pre-game bands, anthem singers, color guards, drum core, etc.Produce and direct all Buffalo Bandits home games, in addition to auxiliary events at First Niagara Center including but not limited to: NCAA Basketball, USA Hockey, IIHF World Junior Championships, AHL Hockey, OHL Hockey and fan engagement events (ex. NHL Draft Party, Buffalo Sabres Street Hockeyfest)Budget management and tracking for all Sabres & Bandits event presentation needsVenus 7000 Operating System - completed training with Daktronics in July 2013

I have worked in a number of different roles including broadcast production (NFL preseason games), event presentation (control room crew, closed captioning) and assisting with the execution of on-field ceremonies including the Thurman Thomas and Bruce Smith jersey retirement ceremonies.

Assist with the planning and operation of special events (ex. National Veteran's Golden Age Games, 50 Yard Finish)Assist in creating bids for new eventsResearch event history and feasibility for BuffaloCreate marketing and collateral pieces Assist with the delegation of volunteers at local eventsUpdate website with information about upcoming eventsCoordinate Visit Buffalo Niagara information table at local sporting events

Assist in the development and coordination of all game presentation efforts including: coordinating in game video board messages, processing SabreKidz Club membership registration and monthly membership mailings, executing in-game promotions and promotional handouts, assisting in the planning of special events and delegating the responsibilities of 10 game day interns

Assisted the Operations and Event Services department with various game day tasks including preparing the wardrobe room for event staff, assembling game day binders for guest services staff, distributing game day documents, overseeing approximately 50 guest service and wheelchair ambassadors, responding to questions and concerns from event staff and implementing guest services programs.

Volunteered for the North Texas Host Committee and NFL On Location at pregame fan and media events including the NFL Experience and NFL On Location pregame tailgate

Utilized Game Presentation skills during two-week international hockey tournament at HSBC Arena

Intern for ticket sales department for events held at Alumni Arena